Description
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Program Supervisor
HOURS: Varied: mornings, after school, evenings and weekends
PAY RATE: $15/hour DOQ. Based upon experience and education.
JOB PURPOSE: The Recreation Leader is responsible for initiating hands-on involvement of persons with disabilities in all WSSRA program activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 16 years old
- Positive attitude towards individuals with disabilities
- Ability to work independently with direction from supervisor
- Dependable and punctual
- Enthusiastic, willingness to learn and participate fully
- Previous experience working with persons who have disabilities or related experience preferred
Requirements
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Commitment to seasonal program(s) as assigned, including all orientation sessions
- Participate fully and encourage active involvement with participants in all program activities
- Assist with daily living skills, which may include toileting, feeding, dressing, transferring and pushing participant in wheelchair
- Supporting WSSRA risk management program by watching for the general safety of all participants
- Working in cooperation with the supervisor in setting up, carrying out and cleaning up program activities
- Maintain confidentiality regarding participants
- Transport self to and from program locations
- Other duties as assigned